151 - Alternative Pathways for Learning

A conversation with three global leaders shaping a collaborative global diploma option designed around agency, meaning, and wellbeing. About Dr. Tami Canale Dr. Tami Canale is the Director of Teaching and Learning for the upper school at the American International School of Budapest and is the past President of the European League for Middle Level Education (ELMLE). Bringing people together to work, play, and learn has been her passion for the last 30 years. Dr. Canale's work emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and the future of education, fostering environments where teachers and school leaders excel and students are empowered to shape their own futures. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/canaleteach/ About Patricia Podorsek Patricia is the Deputy Head for Teaching and Learning at International School Nido de Aguilas. She has been a career international educator, having lived and taught in five countries since she began in the 90s. She is passionate about bringing high quality learning to all students and believes there can never be too much garlic in a recipe. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patricia-podorsek-16354219/  About Melanie Kempe Melanie is the Secondary Principal at the American International School of Bucharest in Romania.  She has previously worked as an IB English teacher, an MYP coordinator, and a Director of Curriculum and Innovation, all of which led to her passion for working collaboratively to create the pathways needed for all students to find joy and success in learning that matters to them. Resources GID Guide GID Overview Slides For more info, contact [email protected]  Pathways Summit website 5 Ideas for Developing Real-World Thinking Skills, Silver, Boutz, McTIghe Self-Determination Theory, Science Direct Adolescents who have a sense of purpose are happier and healthier. How can we help?, UCLA The Power of Meaning, Emily Esfahani Smith John Mikton on Social Media LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton Web: beyonddigital.org Dan Taylor on social media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents  Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt  Web: www.appsevents.com Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we’ll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial